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X8 KTH

2003 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

194,206 mi
Last recorded194,206 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 KTH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 194,206 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front headlight slightly dim

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 188,132 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR SUBFRAME FRONT MOUNTING AREA (BOTH SIDES) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 183,177 miles

Rear Rigid brake pipes have corrosion

general surface corrosion on underside of car, sills and arches

Pass 23 Nov 2022 178,630 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear general surface corrosion on rear subframe and suspension componenets

Fail 22 Nov 2022 178,630 miles

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear general surface corrosion on rear subframe and suspension componenets

Pass 18 Nov 2021 175,483 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cables deteriorating (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 172,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 166,386 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jun 2018 159,245 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 152,448 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 143,982 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 May 2016 143,982 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 136,714 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 130,071 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 123,844 miles

o/s/r tyre inner sidewall cut

Pass 30 May 2012 115,839 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 115,823 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 108,195 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 95,716 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 84,547 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 74,185 miles

all tyres wearing low

Pass 4 Jun 2007 60,053 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 45,399 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar XK8?

Based on 236,376 MOT tests across 12,687 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
1,961
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,041
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,072
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 3,307
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,238
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 2,953
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X8 KTH is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 61,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar XK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,041 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X8 KTH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar XK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X8 KTH registered?

X8 KTH is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is X8 KTH safe to buy?

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